Zodiac
3.3
Zodiac fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
- Family Dynamics3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Mystery and technology
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Zodiac is tense, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery and technology
Its world is built around mystery and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Zodiac
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Zodiac worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 3.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Zodiac rated?
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Zodiac?
1 h 29 min
Zodiac runs 1 h 29 min.
What language is Zodiac in?
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Zodiac?
+35GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Zodiac in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Zodiac use?
TV Tropes lists 103 storytelling tropes for Zodiac, including Mirror Scare, Police Are Useless, Big Bad.